English Reference
Word adjective

applied

adj.
US /əˈpɫaɪd/ UK /ɐplˈaɪd/ ap·plied
Definition
  1. 01 B1 Intermediate Academic Science

    used to describe a subject or science that is put into practice rather than just being a theory.

    pertaining to the practical use of a subject or theory, as opposed to its purely theoretical or abstract aspects.

    Simple

    “She decided to study applied physics because she wanted to build new technology.”

    In context

    “The university offers a degree in applied mathematics, focusing on how complex equations solve real-world problems in finance and engineering.”

    Usage

    Usually placed before the noun it describes.

    Synonyms
    practicalfunctionaloperational
    Antonyms
    theoreticalabstractpure

Usage applied research · applied science

This entry
Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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